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MINSK, 17 June (BelTA) – Belarus remains open to cooperation with the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) institutions on humanitarian and electoral issues, provided that engagement is based on mutual respect and professional dialogue, Belarusian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Igor Sekreta said during a meeting with OSCE Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioglu in Vienna, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The parties discussed the situation within the OSCE and the broader region, internal processes within the organization, ways to restore its role, and practical cooperation between Belarus and OSCE institutions and executive structures.Igor Sekreta emphasized that Belarus remains open to cooperation with OSCE institutions on humanitarian and electoral issues, as well as matters related to the work of media outlets and journalists, while insisting on a professional dialogue conducted in a spirit of mutual respect.

Igor Sekreta noted that Belarus considers it unacceptable to use the authority of international organizations to promote divisive agendas, including by inviting to events individuals suspected of extremist activities.

Igor Sekreta also highly praised Feridun Sinirlioglu’s contribution to efforts aimed at restoring the normal functioning of the OSCE and strengthening its role in addressing security challenges in the region.In addition, he conveyed a personal invitation from Belarusian Foreign Affairs Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov for the OSCE secretary general to attend the 4th Minsk International Conference on Eurasian Security, scheduled to take place in November 2026.